Oh @igster I couldn't agree more! This is one of the reasons that I decided to try and break-down what I know about how Steemit works. I have referred at least a dozen people to this platform but they quickly have gotten discouraged by lack of feedback and given up. I see this as not willing to work a little bit and invest their time. It's ludicrous when you truly think about it. They are willing to spend just as many, if not more hours on other platforms for nothing more than approval from their existing family and friends. Unless you're a complete a-hole this is a given and does nothing more than stroke an insecure ego. I need more to challenge my mind and Steemit delivers this in spades. Yes, I have to work for it. Yes, I have had to make new friends but mentally, it's a way healthier exercise that is directly impacting almost every area of my life and it didn't cost me a thing...except my spare time.